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Skin Conditioning

RETINYL METHOXY PEG-22 ACETATE

55

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A PEG-attached retinyl acetate - a water-soluble vitamin A derivative. Subject to EU retinoid usage caps (SCCS). Standard retinoid caveats: irritation, photosensitivity, pregnancy use.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • PEGylated retinyl ester - water-dispersible vitamin A delivery
  • Smoother retinoid release
  • Photoaging benefits

Known concerns

  • Retinyl esters - SCCS leave-on retinol cap of 0.3%
  • Retinoid sensitization and irritation
  • Pregnancy/breastfeeding caution
  • Photosensitivity

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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